Pulse XE - Revision history

Blu: /* Start G-Code */

2023-12-28T16:26:43Z

Start G-Code

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	=== Start G-Code ===		=== Start G-Code ===
	The start gcode of the printer is written in a manner to ~~appease the original donor of the 3D printer~~. Specifically, ABL with the BLTouch is performed on startup every time a new print is started.		The start gcode of the printer is written in a manner to comply with regulatory requirements. Specifically, ABL with the BLTouch is performed on startup every time a new print is started.

	It is possible to change the start gcode such that stored ABL data is applied at the start of 3d printing instead.		It is possible to change the start gcode such that stored ABL data is applied at the start of 3d printing instead.

Blu: /* Operators' Log */

2023-09-19T12:53:35Z

Operators' Log

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	=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-05-12 ===		=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-05-12 ===
	It is noted that the PLA that was printed for the IOK event did not yield acceptable results. There may be either under-extrusion or lower-than-acceptable temperatures used on the Pulse XE. Future tests need to be conducted to resolve this issue.		It is noted that the PLA that was printed for the IOK event did not yield acceptable results. There may be either under-extrusion or lower-than-acceptable temperatures used on the Pulse XE. Future tests need to be conducted to resolve this issue.

			=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-09-10 ===
			This event was not logged in a notebook, so there are not a lot of details.

			The PulseXE experienced a lot of extrusion issues through multiple prints. "It was both over and under-extruding." This was caused by a misplaced pin in the bondtech extruder. The idle gripper wheel pin needs to be pushed further into the closed end in the tension arm. This fix was applied earlier in the printer's lifecycle and was not documented.

			Also noted is the occurrence of molten filament solidification in the extruder caused by over-retraction of the filament into the cold zone. Further tuning of the retraction length shall be performed at a later date.

	== Other 3D Printers ==		== Other 3D Printers ==

Blu: /* Operators' Log */

2023-05-12T10:02:56Z

Operators' Log

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	\| Material \|\| Initial Layer Flow \|\| 108%		\| Material \|\| Initial Layer Flow \|\| 108%
	\|}		\|}

			=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-05-12 ===
			It is noted that the PLA that was printed for the IOK event did not yield acceptable results. There may be either under-extrusion or lower-than-acceptable temperatures used on the Pulse XE. Future tests need to be conducted to resolve this issue.

	== Other 3D Printers ==		== Other 3D Printers ==

Blu: /* Operators' Log */ Added changed settings

2023-05-12T09:50:10Z

Operators' Log: Added changed settings

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	The cooling fan speeds on this part were not recorded, but they were reduced in an attempt to combat 3d print warping issues with PETG. They should be increased the next time this print is attempted.		The cooling fan speeds on this part were not recorded, but they were reduced in an attempt to combat 3d print warping issues with PETG. They should be increased the next time this print is attempted.

			=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-04-29 ===
			A comprehensive list of changed settings from the Cura-provided defaults has not been provided until this point in time. This section exists to resolve that deficiency.

			{\| class="wikitable"
			! \| Section \|\| Setting \|\| Value
			\|-
			\| Walls \|\| Z Seam Alignment \|\| Shortest
			\|-
			\| Infill \|\| Infill Density \|\| 60 %
			\|-
			\|rowspan=7\| Travel \|\| Retract At Layer Change \|\| ✅
			\|-
			\| Retraction Distance \|\| 3.5 mm
			\|-
			\| Combing Mode \|\| Not on outer surface
			\|-
			\| Retract Before Outer Wall \|\| ⬜
			\|-
			\| Z hop when Retracted \|\| ✅
			\|-
			\| Z hop Only Over Printed Parts \|\| ✅
			\|-
			\| Z hop Height \|\| 0.8 mm
			\|-
			\| Cooling \|\| Fan Speed \|\| 50%
			\|-
			\|rowspan=2\| Build Plate Adhesion \|\| Build Plate Adhesion Type \|\| Brim
			\|-
			\| Brim Width \|\| 5.0 mm
			\|-
			\| Walls \|\| Z seam Alignment \|\| Shortest
			\|-
			\| Material \|\| Initial Layer Flow \|\| 108%
			\|}

	== Other 3D Printers ==		== Other 3D Printers ==

Blu at 09:31, 12 May 2023

2023-05-12T09:31:52Z

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	{{Template:3D_DigitalFabrication}}		{{Template:3D_DigitalFabrication}}

	[[Category:~~3D_Printers~~]]		[[Category:3D_Printing]]

Blu: /* BLu 2022-12-25 */

2023-03-13T08:36:47Z

BLu 2022-12-25

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	Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on Cura 5.1.0 on the Toaster.		Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on Cura 5.1.0 on the Toaster.

			=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2023-03-09 ===
			XZ YACS was not able to be completed completely successfully on the PulseXE due to the nozzle binding on the 45 degree part of the X. The angle on the 45 degree brace would curl upwards and into the 3d printer nozzle. Internet articles such as [https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printing-overhang-how-to-master-overhangs-exceeding-45/#i-1-drooping-curling this one from all3dp] suggest that this may be due to insufficient cooling.

			The cooling fan speeds on this part were not recorded, but they were reduced in an attempt to combat 3d print warping issues with PETG. They should be increased the next time this print is attempted.

	== Other 3D Printers ==		== Other 3D Printers ==

Blu: Added startup gcode

2023-01-06T03:46:35Z

Added startup gcode

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 '''Type:''' Cartesian <br/>
 '''Quality:''' Prosumer/Professional <br/>
-'''Build Volume:''' Length: 250mm, <br/> Width: 220mm, <br/> Height: 210mm <br/>
+'''Build Volume:''' X Width: 250mm, <br/> Y Depth: 220mm, <br/> Z Height: 210mm <br/>
 '''Materials:''' PLA, ABS <br/>
 '''Nozzle Size''' 0.4mm
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 The printer is in a printer enclosure.
 == Operators' Log ==
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 The PulseXE is now operational with an attached OctoPi.
-Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on the Toaster.
+Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on Cura 5.1.0 on the Toaster.
 == Other 3D Printers ==

Blu: /* History and Operator Notes */

2023-01-06T03:38:27Z

History and Operator Notes

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	The printer is in a printer enclosure.		The printer is in a printer enclosure.

	== ~~History and Operator Notes~~ ==		== Operators' Log ==
	=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2022-09-22 ===		=== [[User:Blu \| BLu]] 2022-09-22 ===
	This section contains information based on the initial inspection and acceptance notes of the Pulse XE printer by BLu. This info may be incorrect or otherwise outdated. Please refer to the information preceding this section.		This section contains information based on the initial inspection and acceptance notes of the Pulse XE printer by BLu. This info may be incorrect or otherwise outdated. Please refer to the information preceding this section.

Blu at 10:24, 31 December 2022

2022-12-31T10:24:02Z

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	Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on the Toaster.		Many experiments were performed with startup leveling, and the final leveling startup GCODE is now on the Toaster.

			== Other 3D Printers ==
			This is a part of our effort to document our 3D printers. Here is a collection of our other 3D printers.

			{{Template:3D_DigitalFabrication}}

			[[Category:3D_Printers]]

Blu at 10:17, 31 December 2022

2022-12-31T10:17:49Z

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	{\| class="wikitable" style="float:right;"		{\| class="wikitable" style="float:right;"
	\|+Matterhackers Pulse XE		\|+Matterhackers Pulse XE
	\|[[File:~~Placeholder~~.jpg\|300px]]<br/>		\|[[File:Pulse_XE.jpg\|300px]]<br/>
	'''Location:''' Electronics Room <br/>		'''Location:''' Electronics Room <br/>
	'''Ownership:''' Betsy, Lent to Mag Laboratory <br/>		'''Ownership:''' Betsy, Lent to Mag Laboratory <br/>
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	== Operational Information ==		== Operational Information ==
	~~This printer is currently under maintenance.~~ An operation guide will be written in the near future.		An operation guide will be written in the near future.

	The printer is in a printer enclosure.		The printer is in a printer enclosure.